Virgin Media issues 24-hour countdown to claim free Nintendo Switch - don't miss out

Gamers who want to spend hours playing titles such as Mario Kart and Zelda might want to check out a limited-time deal from Virgin Media. The popular internet service provider is currently dishing out free Nintendo Switch consoles to customers who sign up for certain contracts.

For those not in the know, the Switch is a portable gaming machine that features a 6.2-inch screen and nifty Joy-Con Controllers that detach to offer instant two-player action.

It also features around 5 hours of battery life, full access to the Nintendo online eStore and a physical disc slot for offline action.

• SEE THE VIRGIN MEDIA DEAL HERE

If you don't want or need a console, don't panic. Virgin is also offering £200 bill credit as well which gets popped into your account to lower your monthly bills.

So how do you get this blockbuster offer?

Virgin is offering the Switch or bill credit on a number of plans including its Bigger Combo bundle + Sports HD bundle and Bigger Combo bundle + Movies option.

Those signing up for the ultimate Mega Volt bundle will also get a Switch for free with this deal including fast 500Mbps broadband, over 230 channels, Sky Sports, Sky Cinema and an unlimited O2 SIM for your phone.

• SEE THE VIRGIN MEDIA DEAL HERE

Another bonus of signing up right now is that Virgin isn't charging a set-up fee which means it's totally free to join.

The only thing to note is that you will have to sign up for an 18-month contract and the deal ends today, April 28.

Sound enticing?

We've got full details about the deals below, how much they all cost and how to sign up.

HERE ARE ALL THE DEALS THAT INCLUDE A FREE NINTENDO SWITCH

Virgin Media Bigger Bundle + Movies PRICE • £68 EXTRAS • Free Nintendo Switch or £200 Bill Credit INCLUDES: M250 broadband • Sky Cinema • Over 200 TV channels • Weekend chatter TERMS: 18-month contract • FREE setup fee SEE THE DEAL HERE

Virgin Media Bigger Bundle + Sports PRICE • £65 EXTRAS • Free Nintendo Switch or £200 Bill CreditINCLUDES: M250 broadband • Sky Sports • Over 200 TV channels • Talk WeekendTERMS: 18-month contract • FREE setup feeSEE THE DEAL HERE

Virgin Media Ultimate Volt Bundle PRICE • £85 EXTRAS • Free Nintendo Switch or £200 Bill Credit INCLUDES: M500 broadband • Sky Cinema and Sports • Over 230 TV channels • Talk Anytime • Free Unlimited SIM TERMS: 18-month contract • FREE setup fee SEE THE DEAL HERE

The only thing you do need to be aware of is that all of Virgin's plans will be hit by yearly price rises which are based on the current Retail Price Index plus 3.9 percent.